Mexico right-back Julian Araujo has all but confirmed his season is over after picking up an injury on loan to Celtic from Bournemouth.
The 24-year-old had arrived at Celtic Park in January hoping more game time would force himself into his country's World Cup squad this summer.
He played 13 times for reigning champions sitting third in the Scottish Premiership, but interim manager Martin O'Neill revealed that he did not expect Araujo to return after he broke down during his attempt to recover from a thigh injury back at his parent club.
The player has since posted on Facebook: "I don't have all the answers right now, but I trust that everything happens for a reason and that God is guiding every step of this journey.
"I'm truly grateful to Celtic Football Club for welcoming me from day one and making Glasgow feel like home.
"Wearing this badge and experiencing the passion, history, and energy of this club is something I'll carry with me forever.
"To my teammates and coaches – thank you for everything we shared this season.
"I'll be behind you all the way and have no doubt in what this group can achieve.
"This isn't the way I imagined this season ending, but it's part of the story. I'll take this moment, grow through it and come back stronger than ever."
